The Bad Plus Farewell Tour Finale
2026-12-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-12-25 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-12-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-26 21:00 - 23:00, 2026-12-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-27 21:00 - 23:00, 2026-12-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-28 21:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago)
“finely orchestrated, catchy original tunes, and a knack for radically reconstituted pop covers.” – The New York Times

The Bad Plus are the ultimate originals. A democratic unit with a clear vision and a refusal to conform to convention. For the past two decades, they have played with spirit and adventure and have made their own rules. Moreover, they do so with a bold sense of creativity and intent. Avoiding easy categorization, The Bad Plus has won critical acclaim and a legion of fans worldwide. Further, their unique sound and flair for live performance make them a must-see ensemble.
Now in their twenty-sixth year, The Bad Plus continues to push boundaries. Here, founding members Reid Anderson (bass) and Dave King (drums) embark on a new piano-less incarnation of the band. Also, Ben Monder (guitar) and Chris Speed (tenor saxophone) join the group, instigating a new wave of excitement and anticipation. These new voices are re-energizing their sound and inspiration. The Bad Plus have constantly searched to bridge genres and techniques. Additionally, they explore the infinite possibilities of exceptional musicians working in perfect sync.
The Bad Plus’s sixteenth release, 2024’s Complex Emotions strikes out in stunning new directions. Here, it often sounds radically different than anything the band has done before, while still maintaining the band’s vital and unmistakable identity. Credit that to all four members’ instinctual attraction to song form, the compelling immediacy of their collective improvisations. Also, yes, their willingness to drill down into the full gamut of emotional complexity. The band can veer into so much unexplored terrain yet still emerge sounding like The Bad Plus on Complex Emotions. Thus, this is a testament to their finely crafted identity and insistence on constantly evolving.
This is The Bad Plus in their most creative and expressive form. This is The Bad Plus now.
Recommended for fans of Brad Mehldau, Joshua Redman, Bill Frisell and Kurt Rosenwinkel.

Marcus Miller
2027-02-28 17:30 - 19:30, 2027-02-28 20:00 - 22:00
“one of the cornerstones of modern electric bass” – Premier Guitar

Get ready for an unforgettable evening with Grammy-winning bass virtuoso, Marcus Miller! Celebrating over forty-three years of musical excellence, Marcus will be performing selections from his extensive catalog. Here, he features beloved hits that have graced the careers of Miles Davis, David Sanborn, Roberta Flack, and Luther Vandross. Moreover, prepare to be captivated as Marcus infuses each piece of music with his unparalleled arranging skills. He delivers fresh and exciting interpretations of his music that keep audiences on their toes.
Marcus’ resume speaks for itself. There, he has dozens of movie scores and over 500 recording credits to his name across jazz, R&B, and opera. Also, as a UNESCO Artist for Peace and changemaker, his work on social justice projects continues to be inspiring. In 2020, Marcus created, musically produced, and posted the “Lift Every Voice” get out the vote event. There, he brought together political leaders and musical legends to encourage political participation. Additionally, he contributed to UNESCO’s United Against Racism video alongside countless industry legends. Then, Prince Albert of Monaco commissioned him to create the orchestral arrangement for in Donny Hathaway’s “Someday We’ll All Be Free” video, which he also appeared in.
The year ahead continues to look just as busy for Marcus. Further, he is a member of the Board of Directors for the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz. Also, he joined Herbie for a virtual celebration of International Jazz Day on April 30th. In 2022, Marcus composed the score for the documentary film SIDNEY for Apple TV+. There, the film told the story of legendary actor, filmmaker and iconic civil rights activist, Sidney Poitier.
Recommended for fans of Miles Davis, Victor Wooten, Stanley Clarke and Jaco Pastorius.
